There is something truly special about surrounding yourself with fields of wildflowers. While you can always go for a hike or even a scenic drive to find these seas of wildflowers, you can also attend the annual Wasatch Wildflower Festival. This multi-day event wildflower festival is held at the four Cottonwood Canyon ski areas and is designed to celebrate the wildflowers found in the Wasatch Mountains. Whether you love wildflowers or you just want to spend some time outdoors, this summer festival in Utah is one of the most colorful of the year and you won’t want to miss it.

Mark your calendars for the Wasatch Wildflower Festival!

Held on four days throughout the month of July at the four Cottonwood Canyon ski areas, this is one colorful and beautiful event. The 2024 festival dates are July 13 (Brighton), 14 (Solitude), 27 (Snowbird), and 28 (Alta). Check the website for the registration opening day.

This entire event is designed to celebrate and educate attendees.

As you will see, there is so much beauty and diversity of wildflowers in the Wasatch Mountains and it's an event every member of the family will love.

Each ski resort will offer different activities and events including both guided and self-guided wildflower walks.

There will also be other organizations offering nature-related exhibits and activities that you'll want to check out as well.

You’ll want to bring your hiking boots as you can head into the mountains and view the wildflowers up close.

Hiking trails can vary from moderate in difficulty to challenging. No matter which option you choose, you are bound to enjoy seas of color and incredible scenery.

This festival is free to attend but you will need to register in advance for all guided walks.

And, you won’t want to delay as this popular annual Utah festival is becoming increasingly attended and you will want to secure your spot.

There's no doubt that the Wasatch Wildflower Festival in Utah is a must-visit event.

With four days you can attend, it’s a great way to enjoy some of Mother Nature’s beautiful creations!

For more information on this wildflower festival in Utah, along with registering for a walk, visit the Cottonwood Canyons Foundation. website. You can also check out the Cottonwood Canyons Foundation Facebook page for additional information.

If you love wildflowers, you aren’t alone. Make sure to check out this wildflower meadow trail in Utah that will make you feel like you are in the middle of a fairy tale.

Have you ever been to the Wasatch Wildflower Festival? If so, what was your favorite part? Do you know of any other wildflower festivals in Utah? What do you think are the best festivals held in Utah? We'd love to read about your experience in the comments section below!

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